Job Information
House of Blues Stagehand - Union in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Job Summary:
Who Are We?
Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment and eCommerce company, comprised of four market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, Front Line Management Group and Live Nation Network.
As the largest producer of live music concerts, Live Nation Concerts operates over 45 venues across the United States. For additional information, visit http://www.livenationentertainment.com/.
Who Are You?
Employees have a leading role in the service experience our guests have. The extent to which we recognize our employees for service well done, is the extent to which they will care not only for the guests, but for each other.
That’s why SAFETY for employees and guests is our first priority. We show CARE around every corner and look to create ENCORE moments of service excellence for everyone. And our commitment to EFFICIENCY, is our way of staying well-organized. So join us! We need these kinds of skills and talents as we Create Once in a Lifetime Experiences for our Fans.
The Role:
Responsible for ensuring the success of show and event productions by performing the technical aspects related to the show(s) production.
Job Functions:
Performs the Load-in, changeover/show-call and load-out of band and rental equipment
Uses proper safety protocols with all related aspects to concert production including rigging and loading
Assist audio, lighting and video crew members with placements, builds and cabling
Responsible for hanging show backdrops, building stage risers, barricade placement
Perform routine maintenance on stage, audio, lighting, barricade and rigging equipment as needed
Maintain curtains, drapes, risers and other staging items
Assist audio crew with stands, microphones, cables, etc.
Assist lighting crew with fixtures, lambs, cabling, ladders, etc.
Assist Special Effects crew with C02 tanks, cryo jets, confetti cannons, etc.
Assist with any Special Events operations
Setup and operate spotlights if necessary
Report for Show Call duties dressed in Stage Blacks attire
Qualifications:
2 years minimum tour and/or stage production experience
Experience in stage lighting, pro audio systems and basic video systems
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Must possess superior interpersonal communication and organizational skills
High School Diploma
Physical Demands/Working Environment:
Must be able to lift up to 75lbs
Work in an environment with moderate to loud noise level
Be able to perform job duties in various weather situations
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Equal Employment OpportunityLive Nation Entertainment strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Hiring PracticesThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Live Nation Entertainment recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation Entertainment may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
About Us
Recognized three years in a row by Great Place to Work® and named one of People Magazine’s top 50 Companies that Care, Live Nation Entertainment is the global leader in live entertainment and ticketing. Our world-class portfolio reaches all aspects of the live event and ticketing industry, from ground-breaking software in Ticketmaster, mix of legendary venues and restaurants in House of Blues, production leaders in Concerts, exceptional brand partnerships in Media & Sponsorship, and unparalleled team of artist managers in Artist Nation supported by diverse professionals in all facets of Corporate operations.
We recognize that our most important assets are our employees, the rock stars who keep the live experience going. Generous vacation, healthcare, and retirement benefits are just some of the great perks we offer to support our global workforce of more than 38,000. For any stage in your career, our many unique benefit programs are designed to help you live life to the fullest. We offer student loan repayment to support recent grads, six months of paid caregiver leave to support new parents, perks like Roadie Babies (bring your little ones & a caretaker along with you on work trips) and Music @ Home (stipend to cultivate your little ones’ music interest), and tuition reimbursement to fuel your ongoing professional development. Plus, working for the world's largest live event and ticketing company means you'll have access to free concerts, festivals, sports games, and more through our exclusive employee ticket concierge.
There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment.